WEST HARTFORD, CT - October 20, 2017 On Wednesday, October 18, 2017 the Hebrew Center in West Hartford in conjunction with the Hartford Symphony Orchestra provided the residents, staff, and community members with an array of classic jazz songs. This was made possible through the generosity of Michael and Morton Weinstein of Weinstein Mortuary in Hartford. The Weinstein's approached the most recently appointed Administrator, Penni Martin, of the Hebrew Center, formerly known as the Hebrew Home & HealthCare, to discuss a shared passion of caring and giving back to their community. Previously, Weinstein Mortuary sponsored similar concerts for the residents of the Hebrew Home & HealthCare, and they wanted to know if the Hebrew Center would be interested in continuing the tradition. Penni Martin couldn't say 'yes' fast enough.

"Their generous gift links us to an amazing group of musicians,' states Martin. The next step in renewing the relationship was Martin's introduction to the Director of Business Development for the Hartford Symphony Orchestra, Ruth Sovronsky. Before long, discussions began to build a long-term connection between the Hartford Symphony Orchestra and the Hebrew Center, and from those discussions, a committee was formed. This committee will look at planning concerts for the community, as well as individual sessions for Hebrew Center patients with dementia.

The Hartford Symphony Jazz Quartet played an array of classic jazz songs while over 150 attendees enjoyed and responded to the music. "How often do you get to experience the Hartford Symphony Orchestra entertaining you in your own home" asked Martin of the attendees, many of whom couldn't attend a concert if it were held elsewhere. Following the program there was a reception so those in attendance could meet the musicians.

Additional concerts are being planned for 2018. For more information, you can contact Rebecca Sears, Director of Marketing for Hebrew Center at 860-523.3991.Hebrew Center for Health and Rehabilitation is located at 1 Abrahms Boulevard, in West Hartford, and specializes in short-term nursing care, post hospitalization care, as well as long-term nursing care with an emphasis on excellent customer service while providing a nurturing environment for both patients and families. For more information on the Hebrew Center for Health and Rehabilitation on rehabilitative stays, resident placement, or employment opportunities, please call (860) 523-3800 or visit them online at www.HebrewCenterRehab.com.